President of the Republic of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto’s visit to Singapore for the National Day celebrations on August 9 was met with an overwhelming display of patriotism from Indonesians living in the city-state, just days before the nation’s 80th Independence Day on August 17. The arrival of the President was greeted with cheers and applause as small Indonesian and Singaporean flags were waved in unity by members of the diaspora, Indonesian citizens, and students. Among the crowd was Cindy Claresta, representing Indonesians in Singapore, who expressed her hope for Indonesia to continue its success and rapid growth, particularly in the field of education. She commended Indonesia’s achievements over the past year, stating that they have set a solid foundation for the future. Cindy also shared her excitement for the emerging talents in Indonesia’s journey towards Indonesia Emas 2045. The event culminated with Cindy’s spirited declaration of “Happy 80th Independence Day, Indonesia! Merdeka!”, eliciting enthusiastic applause and cheers from the audience. This moment exemplified the strong bond of people-to-people diplomacy, showcasing the deep love and support for the homeland, especially when welcoming the nation’s leader during such a significant milestone.
Prabowo’s Visit to Singapore: Celebrating Indonesia’s 80th Independence Day
